Back in 2002, a guest appearance by Scott Gorham on the title track of ex-Almighty main man Ricky Warwick’s debut solo album “Tattoos and Alibis” may have gone unnoticed by many. To those who took note, there was a notable spark, and a creative seed was sown deep in the …
Read More »Trucker Diablo – Diamond Rock Club, Ahoghill – Saturday May 18th 2013
I cannot be the only one struck by the irony of the coincidence… just days before Black Star Riders – basically, Thin Lizzy with a bit of makeover – release their much-vaunted but ultimately disappointing ‘debut’ opus, the one band acclaimed by many as the natural heirs to the crown …
Read More »Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake/Burning Rain) – Interview
Doug Aldrich is best known as part of the twin guitar attack in Whitesnake. But, before he hooked up with David Coverdale – and, indeed, Ronnie James Dio before him – he played in a number of successful bands, including Lion and Burning Rain. The latter outfit released two highly …
Read More »Trucker Diablo – Songs Of Iron
To say that this, the follow-up to their (initially self-released) debut, ‘The Devil Rhythm’, has been one of the most eagerly anticipated releases in this particular part of the world – that’s Norn Iron, for those of you who don’t know – is one of the hugest understatements in the …
Read More »Rough Cut – Rollin’ Thunder EP
Back in the early to mid-1980s, a band called Rough Cutt had everything that it could possibly to take to become the then “next big thing” – big hair, big tunes, a big record deal (with Warner Brothers) and big management (in the shape of one Wendy Dio). However, despite …
Read More »Scott Gorham, Black Star Riders interview – London, 4th April 2013
I spoke to Scott Gorham, long-term member of Thin Lizzy, and now Black Star Riders, to talk about why they decided to change their name to record a new album, to talk about the album itself, tour plans and more. Black star riders interview …
Read More »Anthrax – Anthems
When you get to the position and standing in the industry that Anthrax are in as a band you’re allowed certain indulgences. Their latest album, EP, collection, call it what you will is most definitely an indulgence for the guys. It’s also a good look into some of the artists …
Read More »Vibe For Philo – The Button Factory, Dublin – 4th January 2013
It’s that time of the year again where Thin Lizzy fans young and old set out on a pilgrimage to the city of Dublin for the annual Vibe for Philo concert. Now in its 27th year, this event attracts fans from far and wide as they gather together for a …
Read More »Planetmosh Review of 2012
Da da da dada da DAHHHHHHH!!!! Ladies and Gentlemen, Planetmosh is proud to present our review of 2012. There will be tears, there will be cheers, there will be laughter, there will be pain… are we building this up too much? Seriously though, they say a year is a long …
Read More »Thin Lizzy + Trucker Diablo @ Limelight 1, Belfast – Wednesday December 12th 2012
It’s a discussion which has been held in bar rooms up and down the land – and, indeed, on these very pages: the merits and demerits of what happens after an iconic band loses one of its pivotal members – and particularly someone in turn as iconic as their frontman. …
Read More »Dare – ‘Calm Before The Storm 2’
Briefly, back in the late 1980s, Dare were the darlings of the UK’s FM-friendly scene: their stunning 1988 debut album, ‘Out Of The Silence’, is quite deservedly remembered as a classic of both the genre and the era: spawning two minor hit singles, both it and its follow up, ‘Blood …
Read More »Thin Lizzy – Belsonic, Custom House Square, Belfast – 18 August 2012
The setting for this evening’s unofficial ‘homecoming’ – and Thin Lizzy’s first outdoor festival gig in Belfast – is a man made auditorium, close by the River Lagan, with apartment blocks to the front and side of the stage, the density of which looms over the normally imposing edifice of …
Read More »Mockingbird – Fresh Cuts (ep)
Mockingbird are a 3-piece hard rock/blues rock band from the southern coasts of Ireland. Formed by Ian O’ Sullivan and brothers Noel and Phil Cunningham in 2010, the band represents a coming home of sorts for these three musicians. Having played in numerous different bands over the years and …
Read More »Thin Lizzy 6 album box set.
June 11th 2012 marks the re-release of 6 classic Thin Lizzy studio albums in box set form. All were originally put out by Vertigo between 1974 – 1979 but the box set will be out on Mercury Records via Universal Music. Thin Lizzy were formed in Dublin 1969. Two of …
Read More »Marco Mendoza – Interview 22.04.2012
I leapt at the chance to interview Marco Mendoza this past Sunday, about his very first UK solo tour. We are at the Borderline in London, an intimately cosy venue, and Marco easily makes himself at home; chatting to me about his life, passions and his time with Thin Lizzy. …
Read More »Ian Dick and Miles Goodman from nwobhm heroes Soldier Interviewed
This is Lee Walker from Planetmosh meeting up with Ian Dick and Miles Goodman from nwobhm heroes Soldier. LW –Thanks for taking the time out to discuss things Soldier related for the Planetmosh readers. ID – no problem Lee. I will answer the early stuff and let our new …
Read More »Interview with Marco Mendoza from Thin Lizzy, Barrowland, Glasgow 19/1/12
I had the great pleasure of interviewing the legendary Marco Mendoza bassist with Thin Lizzy prior to their concert at the Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow. Marco gives us an insight into the previous music history before moving onto 2010/2011 and Thin Lizzy touring since recruiting Ricky Warwick however our interview …
Read More »Triggerfinger interview, Barrowland, Glasgow 19/1/12
I had the pleasure of interview the sharp suited trio that makes up Triggerfinger, prior to their soundcheck at the Barrowland in Glasgow on the first night of the tour with Clutch and Thin Lizzy Triggerfinger are a fiery three-piece from Antwerp. They have been making a great name for …
Read More »Thin Lizzy at The Barrowland, Glasgow 19/1/12
Are You Ready? I can honestly say that we are more ready for tonight’s sold out show comprising of Thin Lizzy, Clutch and Triggerfinger, all ready to take the Barra’s by storm. It’s great to see more bands’ coming back to play in the legendary venue, The Barrowland Ballroom (Barra’s) …
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